Useful Information

Power Supply

In Papua New Guinea they use a three pin type of plug (as shown)

The output is 240 Volts with a Frequency of 50 Hertz.

Telephone
Connection

In Australia the standard telephone connection plugs are the Australian Telstra and the RJ-11 (as shown)

International and National Dialing Codes

To call a number in Madang from outside the country dial

International Dialing Code + 675 + Number

To call a number in Madang from inside the country dial

Number

To call a number outside Papua New Guinea dial

05 + Country Code + Area Code + Number

Climate	Madang has a hot humid tropical climate.
	Summer Autumn winter Spring	December to February - average day time temperature 31ºC March to May - average day time temperature 30ºC June to August - average day time temperature 29ºC September - November - average day time temperature 30ºC
	Temperatures in Summer can reach as high as 40ºC and in winter as low as 20ºC The wettest months of the year are between December and April.

Currency	The Kina is the legal tender of Papua New Guinea. There are 100 toea to the Kina.

	Notes are issued in denominations of	K 50 K 20 K 10 K 5 K 2	Coins are issued in denominations of	K 1 50 t 20 t 10 t 5 t 2 t 1 t
	Most foreign currency and traveller's cheques are easily exchanged at hotels and banks. Most major credit cards are accepted throughout the country.

What to wear

Dressing for the climate is the best policy when visiting Papua New Guinea. In the coastal regions the temperature never falls much below 26ºC and humidity is extremely high so cool cotton clothing is recommended. However, in the highland regions warmer clothing is advised as it can become quite cold. Rain coats are also recommended as it rains heavily and often especially in the wet season.

Visas

International visitors to Papua New Guinea are required to be in possession of a valid passport and visa to obtain entry into the country. Visas are issued from Papua New Guinea Embassies and Consulates around the world.

Health

International visitors to Papua New Guinea are advised to have vaccinations before travelling to this area Check with your local doctor or view the CDC web site for further information. Medical services are limited and travellers are advised to have medical travel insurance.